Strong’s H0646

אֵפוֹד

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

ephowd

Pronunciation

ay-fode'

Definition

Ephod

Meaning

a girdle, the ephod, highpriest's shoulder-piece, an image

Usage

The ephod is a sacred vestment worn by the high priest in ancient Israel, as described in the Old Testament. It was an essential part of the priestly garments, often associated with the breastplate containing the Urim and Thummim, which were used for divination. The ephod was made of fine linen and embroidered with gold, blue, purple, and scarlet threads.

Bible references

Exodus 25:7;Exodus 28:4;Exodus 28:6;Exodus 28:12;Exodus 28:15;Exodus 28:25;Exodus 28:26;Exodus 28:27;Exodus 28:27;Exodus 28:28;Exodus 28:28;Exodus 28:28;Exodus 28:31;Exodus 29:5;Exodus 29:5;Exodus 29:5;Exodus 35:9;Exodus 35:27;Exodus 39:2;Exodus 39:7;Exodus 39:8;Exodus 39:18;Exodus 39:19;Exodus 39:20;Exodus 39:20